Magnificent Baby's new "An Heir Is Born" collection goes regal with images of crowns, prams, trumpets, flags and crests on a limited-edition reversible blanket, bibs, gown and these footies with magnetic fasteners; $11 to $34, available for pre-order at magnificentbaby.com, or look for the line in July at Albee Baby, Random Accessories or Torly Kids, Manhattan. (Credit: Handout)

Hey, gang -- Pippa, here. You may have read I'm planning to throw my big sister a baby shower. The palace protocol types were all -- OMG, that's never been done for a royal before. I was gobsmacked, but apparently it's true. "Don't get your knickers in a twist," I told them. "It'll be small, informal." They actually fell for that. I mean -- I'm a party planner. How would it look if I didn't throw...

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Cashmere mastermind Christopher Fischer dreamed up this dapper "Will” pullover and adorable "Kate" mock cardigan, in sumptuous cashmere; $195 each, in sizes 0 to 24 months, at Christopher Fischer stores in East Hampton, Southampton and Manhattan; and in August at christopherfischer.com.(Credit: Handout)

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Baby shower gift ideas from the royals

June 21, 2013 3:13 PM

Hey, gang -- Pippa, here.
You may have read I'm planning to throw my big sister a baby shower. The palace protocol types were all -- OMG, that's never been done for a royal before. I was gobsmacked, but apparently it's true.
"Don't get your knickers in a twist," I told them. "It'll be small, informal."
They actually fell for that.
I mean -- I'm a party planner. How would it look if I didn't throw my sis a grand, blowout affair? It's not every year that a future monarch of the British Empire comes along.
The party most likely won't be at Buckingham -- but it looks brilliant on the invite so I couldn't resist. Besides, we want to throw off the paparazzi.
Not sure what to bring? Retailers are stocking up on baby gear with "royal" flair. Here are some ideas, for Kate or anyone on your list.
-- Joseph V. Amodio